Books like The Unfriendly Book
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires imaginative storytelling.
Enhances visual thinking with engaging illustrations.
Builds empathy through relatable emotional journeys.
Encourages perseverance and resilience.
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
Award winning
Twenty and Ten
Claire Huchet Bishop, Janet Joly, William Pène du Bois, 1952
76 pages
Why to read
Highlights bravery and compassion amidst adversity.
Based on true events, enhances historical understanding.
Encourages empathy and moral development in children.
Supports conversations on courage and resilience.
Twenty and Ten
Claire Huchet Bishop, Janet Joly, William Pène du Bois, 1952
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 6-10: Robins: the Discovery (Pack 3)
Roderick Hunt, Adam Coleman, Mike Poulton, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through structured language development.
Fosters curiosity and discovery in young readers.
Supports comprehension skills with engaging narratives.
Ideal for improving reading fluency and confidence.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 6-10: Robins: the Discovery (Pack 3)
Roderick Hunt, Adam Coleman, Mike Poulton, 2004
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 10-11: Glow-worms: Class Pack (36 Books, 6 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2005
16 pages
Why to read
Engages children with diverse and captivating stories.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills effectively.
Fosters emotional and social development through characters.
Ideal for progressing readers in upper primary.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 10-11: Glow-worms: Class Pack (36 Books, 6 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2005
Award winning
Horrible Haircut (Bananas Series)
Alison Ritchie, Ian Newsham, 1997
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline promotes laughter and joy.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language and rhymes.
Emphasizes resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
Horrible Haircut (Bananas Series)
Alison Ritchie, Ian Newsham, 1997
Award winning
What's That Sound?
Leanne Bauman Litka, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates auditory development and sound recognition.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Interactive, engaging narrative for parent-child bonding.
What's That Sound?
Leanne Bauman Litka, 2021
Award winning
Franklin's Pumpkin (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sasha McIntyre, Robert Penman, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with a charming, relatable story.
Teaches valuable lessons on friendship and cooperation.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Fun, educational read perfect for early learners.
Franklin's Pumpkin (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sasha McIntyre, Robert Penman, 2004
Five Minute Bedtime Tales
Nicola Baxter, Armillillo, 2012
80 pages
Why to read
Enriches bedtime with delightful, quick-to-read stories.
Fosters imagination and curiosity in young minds.
Features diverse characters, promoting inclusivity.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
